COVID-19 News
Last Update: November 27 2020
Visitors & Essential Caregiver (UPDATED NOVEMBER 27):
As per the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, effective November 30, 2020, all caregivers, all support workers and any general visitors must provide proof that they have received a negative COVID-19 test result, and verbally attest to not subsequently having tested positive (unless requiring immediate access in an emergency situation or a palliative situation). For full details please visit the Ministry’s website.
Resident Absences (UPDATED OCTOBER 19):
Update: Effective October 19, all non-medical resident absences from the Manor (short stay and temporary leave) must be requested in writing using the form below at least 3 business days before the outing, and must be approved by the Manor. Full details can be found in the directives linked below.
Directives for Absences as of October 19
Form to be completed for non-medical absences as of October 19 (printable format)
Form to be completed for non-medical absences as of October 19 (fillable format)
Package Drop-Off Policy (as of May 1):
Package Drop-off (bilingual)
To obtain COVID-19 testing In Kapuskasing area:
*A current (within 2 weeks) negative COVID-19 test is required to be granted entry to our Home
*Call 705-367-4613 to make an appointment
*The testing clinic is currently open on Thursday for asymptomatic patients (Tuesday and Friday are reserved for symptomatic patients)
*It takes several days to obtain your results
*If you plan on recurring visits, ensure that you get tested every two weeks
Other Important Resources:
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care COVID-19 Page
Public Health Ontario COVID-19 Page
Public Health Ontario's COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Fundamentals Training
Porcupine Health Unit COVID-19 Page
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